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A GCE English Language and Literature (2016 Specification) Examiner will mark candidates’ responses in accordance with the pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to conditions of recognition and examination procedures. Most subjects will be marked onscreen using ePEN, which can be done from home. A few subjects are still marked in the traditional method, using paper scripts sent through the post. A high level of subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts.
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Please note that we are now accepting applications from Lecturers:
Responsibilities
We are also accepting applications from Newly Qualified Teacher:
- To mark accurately and consistently to ensure overall standards are maintained
- To submit samples to your Team Leader at designated times
- To ensure milestones for marking are adhered to
- To ensure all administration is completed as specified
Qualifications Needed
- You will have a degree or equivalent
- You will be a qualified teacher
Experience Needed
You will have at
least one year's full time teaching experience in the relevant subject and qualification, in the last 8 years.
If You Are Applying For The Following
- 8EL0/02 (AS Level)
- 9EL0/02 (A2 Level)
Please note, although there is no requirement to read all the texts in the specification for this qualification, as an Examiner you will be assigned to a specific group of questions. This will require being thoroughly familiar with all the texts attached to each of these groups. Many of these are, however, well-known and widely taught, and you will be given extensive support both during training and the exam series itself in marking responses on these texts.
Competencies Required
- You will have the ability to work well under pressure
- You will have the ability to meet deadlines
- You will have a high level of subject knowledge in order to apply the mark scheme
Additional Information
- The marking period is between May - July.
- The training required to mark as an examiner will take place between May and June.
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